MEANING
A small supernatural spirit or fairy-like being.
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small uncanny presences; nature spirits; fleeting encountersSuggest a light, elusive presence without over-specifying its anatomy.
Words that belong together
- woodland sprite
- water sprite
- mischievous sprite
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A sprite nested in the hollow handle of her staff.
The water sprite demanded that they return the missing stone.
Only the dog noticed the sprite crossing the kitchen.
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Usage notes
Primary category: fantasy. A broad literary term, not necessarily a winged creature; computing and electrical-discharge senses are separate. Noun: sprite; plural sprites.
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